Building strong storage shelves After my house flooded one year, I had to rethink how I used my basement. Once everything was torn out and dried, I decided to rebuild the storage from scratch instead of buying metal shelving. That decision turned into a small learning journey. I have now built four full sets of basement shelves and each […]
Is Odie’s Oil A Strong Enough Finish for an Everyday Dining Table? If you’ve spent any time in woodworking communities, you’ve probably heard the debate about using Odie’s Oil on tabletops. Some people swear by it. Others worry it won’t hold up to plates, utensils or the day-to-day chaos of a family meal. What Odie’s Oil Actually Is Odie’s Oil is a hard-wax oil finish. It penetrates […]
What’s the Difference Between Titebond Glues? When I first got into woodworking, I thought glue was glue. Then I met the wall of Titebond bottles at the hardware store and suddenly felt like I needed a chemistry degree. Titebond I, II, III, and then a bunch of specialty versions… it can get confusing fast. The good news is the differences are […]
How to Apply Odie’s Oil (The Right Way) Odie’s Oil is popular because it gives wood a natural, warm finish that feels rich without building a heavy film. The application is simple once you know the rhythm, and a little product goes a very long way. The first step is sanding. Your final sanding grit determines the look and feel of the finish. […]
Sawstop Blade Requirements Due to the safety mechanism in the Sawstop table saw, it’s important to make sure you buy a blade that matches the specifications listed by the manufacturer. From the Sawstop website: Blades should not have a lacquer coating or finish on the teeth 8″ dado stacks with a maximum thickness of 13/16″ Sawstop brand 10″ […]
